Behringer C-4 User Manual

Condenser Microphones

SINGLE
DIAPHRAGM CONDENSER
MICROPHONES C-4

2 Single Diaphragm
Condenser Microphones

2 professional true condenser
microphones for studio recording
and live applications

Sold as matched pair—perfect for
stereophonic recording

Low-mass diaphragm for ultra-wide
frequency response and ultimate
sound reproduction

Perfect for acoustic instruments,
overhead, piano, etc.

Cardioid pickup pattern for e ective
feedback elimination

Switchable low-frequency roll-o and

-10 dB input attenuation

Custom microphone stand adapters,
windscreens, stereo-bar and
transport case included

Ultra low-noise transformerless FET
input eliminates low-frequency
distortion

Gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector for
highest signal integrity

C-4 microphones are built to capture
the performance of a choir, piano or
any other vocal or acoustic sound
source to provide a beautiful true-to-life
sound. Sold in perfectly matched pairs,
these outstanding condenser mics are
especially great for live applications
because their non-re ective  nish
eliminates unwanted glare caused by
stage lighting.

What is a condenser microphone?

A condenser mic is the ideal choice for
capturing vocals or acoustic instruments,
either in live or recording settings. By their
very nature, condenser microphones
are much more sensitive than dynamic
microphones, enabling them to pick-up
even the subtlest of signals. Thanks to
their cardioid (heart-shaped) pattern,
C-4 microphones pickup your source
signal while rejecting o -axis sounds that
can ruin an otherwise perfect recording.
Another di erence between condenser
and dynamic mics is they contain active

circuitry that requires phantom power
(+48 V DC) for operation. You can power
them from any phantom power equipped
BEHRINGER XENYX mixer, plus enjoy the
bene ts of our state-of-the-art XENYX
mic preamps.

Sound That Astounds

Every stitch of these mics is designed to
deliver beautiful sound. Beginning with the
gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector, you get the
highest signal integrity.

Once they are connected to your sound
system, you’ll notice these twin pro-caliber
microphones have exceptional frequency
response (an average boost of 4dB between
1kHz-8kHz). For those of you who are new to
condenser mics, this basically means you’ll
get a slightly brighter sound that will give
the perfect shape to cymbals and overhead
mic’ing. Acoustic pianos and choirs will also
bene t greatly from this frequency response.

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SINGLE DIAPHRAGM
CONDENSER
MICROPHONES
C-4

The
transducer
is where the
C-4 collects
sound

Switchable low­frequency roll-o

The cardioid pickup pattern provides
unparalleled sound source separation
and feedback rejection. C-4 mics contain
ultra low-noise transformerless FET input
circuitry that can handle extreme dynamics
(from 20 Hz to 20 kHz) and has a maximum
sound pressure level of 136 dB. So even if the
featured performer at your next recording
session or live show happens to be a
revved-up jet engine, this workhorse mic
will not distort!

C-4 mics also feature a switchable
low-frequency rollo to eliminate infrasonics
(mic handling noise, nasty sound created

Live Recording

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by creaky stages), as well as a switchable

-10 dB input attenuation to accommodate
for hot signals, such as a really loud vocalist or
overzealous cellist.

But wait, there’s more…

The C-4 mics not only sound great,
they come packed with custom stand
adapters, windscreens, a stereo bar for
mounting both mics in stereo alignment,
and a transport case. As soon as you break
them out of the box, these mics are ready
to become a mind-blowing addition to
your sound arsenal.

Switchable

-10 dB input
attenuation

Gold-plated
XLR output

Transducer type condenser, 16 mm (0.63")

Polar pattern cardioid

Connector gold-plated balanced XLR connector

Open circuit sensitivity (@ 1kHZ) -38 dBV (0 dBV = 1 V/Pa)

Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Level attenuation -10 dB, switchable

Low-cut  lter 6 dB/oct. @ 120 Hz (switchable)

Max. SPL (≤ 1 % THD @ 1 kHz) 136 dB

Nominal impedance 75 Ω

Load impedance > 1 kΩ

Supply voltage +48 V

Supply current 3 mA

Dimensions Ø shaft: 0.9", length: 3.7"
Ø shaft: 23 mm, length: 94 mm

Weight approx. 0.1 lbs/approx. 0.06 kg

Please note these speci cations are preliminary and conceptual in nature, and as
such are subject to change as product development progresses. This information is
supplied for market research purposes only and is not to be made public in any manner.
This document is solely the property of The MUSIC Group, or one of its subsidiaries, and
must be surrendered upon request of the owner.

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